Venelin Kounev, MD
NPI 1902979750 · Gastroenterology Physician · Cudahy, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Venelin Kounev, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Cudahy, WI (NPI 1902979750).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902979750
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45541 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
336 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 78 | $111 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 60 | $72 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 55 | $226 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 50 | $120 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 22 | $76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 225 | 221 |
| Omeprazole | 197 | 76 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 110 | 41 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 72 | 67 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 70 | 69 |
| Famotidine | 43 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 13133 N Port Washington Rd Ste G16Mequon, WI 53097-2423Phone: (262) 243-2500Fax: (262) 243-5395
- 2350 N Lake Dr Ste 501Milwaukee, WI 53211-4528Phone: (414) 226-4020Fax: (414) 662-2507
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-16
- Last updated
- 2024-10-07
- Certified
- 2024-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Venelin Kounev's NPI number?
- Venelin Kounev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902979750, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Venelin Kounev's specialty?
- Venelin Kounev is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Venelin Kounev located?
- Venelin Kounev's practice location on file with NPPES is 3501 E Ramsey Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110-3009.
- What is Venelin Kounev's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Venelin Kounev is (262) 243-2500.
- Does Venelin Kounev accept Medicare?
- Venelin Kounev is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Venelin Kounev's NPI active?
- Yes — Venelin Kounev's NPI (1902979750) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.